2. Add basil leaves and vodka to the bottom of a glass, then muddle with a wooden spoon.

3. Fill the glass with ice and top with sparkling water.

4. Garnish with fresh basil and thin ribbons of rhubarb peel.

Blackberry Herb Cocktail

Ingredients

2 ounces prosecco (or another sparkling white wine)

3 sprigs rosemary

5 to 10 blackberries

1 orange

1 teaspoon organic sugar

Flowers, for garnish

1. Line a glass rim with organic sugar.

2. Grind together the blackberries, rosemary, and orange in the bottom of a glass, either using a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon.

3. Add prosecco, a splash of water, and some ice cubes, and garnish with flowers.

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Pineapple Refresher

Ingredients

3 medium to large basil leaves

¼ lime

¼ cup organic pineapple juice

2 ounces organic gin or vodka

2 ounces club soda

Preparation

1. Grind the basil and lime in the bottom of a glass, either using a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon.

2. Add pineapple juice, gin, and ice cubes, and top with club soda.

3. Garnish with a slice of pineapple, lime wedge, or a sprig of basil.

Sangria Slushie

Studies show that cilantro can act as a heavy metal cleanser, so if you’re looking for a natural detox, look no further.

Ingredients

1 bottle sulfite-free white or red wine

1 can coconut water (12 ounces)

2 peaches, blanched, peeled, sliced frozen

2 cups strawberries, sliced frozen

2 sprigs of cilantro

Preparation

1. Combine 2 cups of wine, cilantro, coconut water, and peaches in a blender until smooth.

2. Pour mixture into a medium bowl.

3. Add the strawberries and remaining wine to the blender and puree until smooth.

4. Pour into a chilled glass and garnish with strawberry slices.

5. If the mixtures are too liquidy, add more ice or place them in the freezer until they’re closer to a slushy consistency.

*Feel free to make these in advance and defrost for 15 minutes at room temperature before serving.

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Mint Martini

Regular mint is just as healthy as its cousin, pineapple mint. Mint can also be a powerful acne fighter and wrinkle reducer, and it's great at cooling your body, making it the perfect herb to enjoy during warmer months.

Ingredients

2 sprigs organic mint leaves

2 ounces organic vodka

Crushed ice

4 sprigs mint, for garnish

Preparation

1. Put 6 to 8 mint leaves and crushed ice in the bottom of a tall glass. Crush the leaves to extract their flavor.

2. Add 2 ounces vodka and shake several times.

3. Strain into a chilled martini glasses and garnish with a small mint sprig.